Please read the following information carefully and notify the tattooist if you have any doubts about your suitability to be tattooed.
Tattooing and the healing process may involve risks and possible complications, as explained to you. You will be given instructions on aftercare to help you minimize the effects.
It is normal for tattooing to be accompanied by pain, redness and swelling. If these symptoms worsen during the healing process, this may be a sign of infection and you should consult a doctor.
Some complications may be related to your health condition. It is important for your safety that the tattoo artist is informed about them. Additional precautions may be necessary.
Tattoos are permanent and, depending on the ink used, they may not be able to be removed properly.
If in doubt, the appointment should be delayed and medical advice should be sought.
Do not get a tattoo:
- if you are pregnant or breastfeeding;
- if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
- on a mole or scar left after removal of a melanoma.
- The following conditions or disorders may carry a higher risk of complications:
Skin:
- Skin infection regardless of location and type of infection
- Allergies (indicate if you have an allergy, for example, latex allergy, allergy to metals and preservatives)
- skin areas that appear damaged or abnormal, including birthmarks
- any skin diseases that are active (e.g., eczema, psoriasis)
- skin areas that have been subjected to plastic surgery or radiotherapy including recent scars and keloids (as evidenced by medical advice)
- a previously tattooed area that has not fully healed
- a site where a tattoo has recently been lasered away or removed by another method if the wound has not yet healed
General conditions:
- hemophilia or other clotting disease
- epilepsy, cardiovascular diseases
- Known allergies (e.g. latex allergy)
- diabetes
- an autoimmune disease
- immunosuppression and conditions with a compromised immune system
- sarcoidosis
If any of the above conditions or disorders apply to you and you still want a tattoo, consult your doctor first and seek advice.